May 10, 2021
Extending Care to Age 21
Thank you, Madam Speaker. I bring this motion before the Assembly today on behalf of young people in the care and protection system – as...
Mar 30, 2021
Alderson Awards 2021 and World Down Syndrome Day
Thank you, Madam Speaker. Elizabeth Lee and I had the privilege last Friday evening to attend the Alderson Awards held at the Canberra...
Dec 2, 2020
Loss of languages at Belconnen High and end of year
As the end of the year approaches, I took the opportunity in the Assembly today to thank the residents in my electorate, those who...
Aug 12, 2020
Adoption Amendment Bill 2020
Thank you, Madam Speaker, and I sincerely thank the minster for the work that she, her staff, and all others involved have put into...
Oct 24, 2019
Youth Mental Health
A report we received yesterday revealed that one-quarter of young Canberrans are experiencing psychological distress. Figures were higher...
Sep 18, 2019
Continuing the call for external review for child protection decisions
Most child protection decisions in the ACT are not subject to external review. This is a serious defect that has been repeatedly pointed...
May 13, 2019
Decision to rip family apart was 'dead wrong'
I AM the mother of five children. Each one is precious to me. I love them, worry about them, teach and correct them – and feel an...
Apr 3, 2019
Kikkert Kicks 4 a Cause
Boys in Australia are twice as likely to drop out of school, nine times more likely to be in detention, and three times more likely to...
Apr 3, 2019
ACT out-of-home care system ranks last
The CREATE Foundation represents all Australian children and young people in out-of-home care. Five years ago they released a...
Apr 2, 2019
PCYC Plunge
Many young people in Canberra face challenges. I thank those who make their lives easier, including the Canberra Police Community Youth...
